The historic search for atoms and their stellar origins is truly one of the greatest detective stories of science. Chown successfully makes these massive concepts accessible for students, professionals, and science enthusiasts as his exploration sheds light on all of us, for in essence, we are all stardust.
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The historic search for atoms and their stellar origins is truly one of the greatest detective stories of science. Chown successfully makes these massive concepts accessible for students, professionals, and science enthusiasts as his exploration sheds light on all of us, for in essence, we are all stardust.
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Add this copy of The Magic Furnace: the Search for the Origins of Atoms to cart. $3.71, good condition, Sold by Booksalvation rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Manchester, LANCASHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2000 by Vintage Books.
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Good in good dust jacket. Outline: -Every atom in our bodies has an extraordinary history. Our blood our food our books our clothes-everything contains atoms forged in blistering furnaces deep inside stars which were blown into space by those stars` cataclysmic explosions and deaths. From red giants-stars so enormous they could engulf a million suns-to supernova explosions-the most violent events in the universe-the birth of every atom was marked by cosmic events on an enormous scale against a backdrop of unimaginable heat and cold brightness and darkness space and time. But how did we discover the astonishing truth about our cosmic origins THE MAGIC FURNACE is Marcus Chown`s extraordinary account of how scientists unravelled the mystery of atoms and helped to explain the dawn of life. It is one of the greatest detective stories in the history of science. In fact it is two puzzles intertwined for the stars contain the key to unlocking the secret of atoms and the atoms the solution to the secret of stars. -> the publisher of this PAPERBACK book is Vintage Books The date of this copy is 2000 booksalvation have grade it as Good and it will be shipped from our UK warehouse This book is from the Series. Shipping is Free for UK buyers and at a reasonable charge for buyer outside the UK.
Add this copy of The Magic Furnace: the Search for the Origins of Atoms to cart. $4.99, very good condition, Sold by Brit Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Milton Keynes, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2000 by Vintage.
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Very good. Simply Brit – welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there's something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.
Add this copy of The Magic Furnace: the Search for the Origins of Atoms to cart. $4.99, good condition, Sold by Brit Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Milton Keynes, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2000 by Vintage.
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Good. Simply Brit – welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there's something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.
Add this copy of The Magic Furnace: the Search for the Origins of Atoms to cart. $6.32, poor condition, Sold by Anybook rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lincoln, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2000 by Vintage.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. Book contains pen markings. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 250grams, ISBN: 9780099578017.
Add this copy of The Magic Furnace to cart. $7.44, very good condition, Sold by Halcyon Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2000 by Vintage.
Add this copy of The Magic Furnace: the Search for the Origins of Atoms to cart. $7.99, good condition, Sold by Zoom Books Company rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lynden, WA, UNITED STATES, published 2001 by Oxford University Press.
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Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include From the library of labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys dvds etc. We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service.
Add this copy of The Magic Furnace: the Search for the Origins of Atoms to cart. $12.99, very good condition, Sold by Wonder Book - Member ABAA/ILAB rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Frederick, MD, UNITED STATES, published 2001 by Oxford University Press, USA.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.
Add this copy of The Magic Furnace to cart. $14.20, good condition, Sold by Zoom Books Company rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lynden, WA, UNITED STATES, published 2000 by VINTAGE (RAND).
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Book is in good condition and may include underlining highlighting and minimal wear. The book can also include From the library of labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys dvds etc. We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service.
Add this copy of The Magic Furnace: the Search for the Origins of Atoms to cart. $29.50, like new condition, Sold by Archer's Used & Rare Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Kent, OH, UNITED STATES, published 2001 by Oxford University Press.
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Fine Condition in Fine jacket. Dust Jacket is in fine condition without tears or chips or other damage. Previous owner's signature in ink. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Science & Technology; Physics; ISBN: 0195143051. ISBN/EAN: 9780195143058. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 23304.
